Compassionate In-Home Care Assistant (CNA/HHA Preferred)

Yale New Haven Health; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a dedicated Client Care Assistant to provide compassionate in-home care for LifETIME clients in Guilford, CT. The role focuses on maintaining safety, comfort, and independence in the client's home.

Responsibilities include following care plans, assisting with personal care, meals, light housekeeping, errands, transportation to appointments, and ensuring medications are taken on time. CNA/HHA certification preferred; a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience providing personal care, preferably in a home setting.
• Home Health Aide (HHA) certification or Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) preferred. Valid state driver's license required.
• Is trustworthy, reliable, and enjoys helping people; able to work as a team player and follow written directions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client confidentiality and privacy.
• Read and follow each client's care plan and provide outlined services.
• Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, skin care, and shaving.
• Ensure the client is clean, comfortable, and dry at all times.
• Plan and prepare meals and snacks per dietary guidelines; assist with eating.
• Wash the client's laundry and bed linens.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable home environment; eliminate hazards.
• Remind the client to take medications on time.
• Assist with safe exercise, ambulation, and transferring.
• Transport and accompany the client to medical appointments.
• Perform light house cleaning and keep living areas clean.
• Monitor client's status and report changes to supervisor; keep records updated.
• Help client stay in touch with family, friends, and the community.
• Assist with mail sorting and filling out forms; read to client or engage in activities.
• Provide care and feeding of pets; organize cupboards and spaces.

Skills

Trustworthy

Team player

Independent worker

Good judgment

Cooking

Cleaning

Personal care

Homemaking

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a dedicated Client Care Assistant to provide compassionate in-home care for LifETIME clients in Guilford, CT. The role focuses on maintaining safety, comfort, and independence in the client's home.

Responsibilities include following care plans, assisting with personal care, meals, light housekeeping, errands, transportation to appointments, and ensuring medications are taken on time. CNA/HHA certification preferred; a valid driver's license is required.